The average bus between Rathdrum and Kildare takes 4h 25m and the fastest bus takes 3h 15m. The bus service runs several times per day from Rathdrum to Kildare. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Rathdrum and Kildare. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rathdrum is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Kildare at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Arklow and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Rathdrum to Kildare? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Rathdrum to Kildare. However, there are services departing from Rathdrum station and arriving at Kildare station via Custom Hse Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Rathdrum to Kildare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, depart from Arklow station.
Rathdrum to Kildare bus services, operated by TFI Local Link Carlow Kilkenny Wicklow, arrive at Kildare Village station.
The distance between Rathdrum and Kildare is 51.9 km. The road distance is 145 km.
You can take a bus from Rathdrum to Kildare Village via Arklow, Custom Hse Quay, and Burgh Quay in around 3h 32m.